Recovering Damages for Your Losses on the Job
Some of the most dangerous jobs in the world take place onboard commercial ships, cruise ships, barges, yachts, and other seagoing vessels. Maritime law and the Jones Act entitle crewmembers and offshore workers to compensation for back injuries, slip and falls, and other injuries they sustain on the job. Compensation may cover pain and suffering, maintenance and cure, and lost income. However, you may need assistance recovering your benefits.
At Cassidy & Black, P.A., we have more than 50 years of combined experience representing clients in all types of crewmember injury claims. In addition to Jones Act benefits, you may be entitled to additional compensation if a third-party or product manufacturer is also liable. Our attorneys can help you file your claim and fight for the compensation you deserve. Please call our Miami office at 305-271-8301 for a free consultation.
We Help Injured Workers
There is a three-year time limit for filing negligence claims under the Jones Act and wrongful death claims under the Death on the High Seas Act (DOHSA). We can assist workers who have been injured on nearly any seagoing vessel, including:
- Cruise ships
- Fishing vessels
- Tankers, freighters and barges
- Casino ships
- Yachts
- Cargo ships in ports
- Tugboats and towboats
- Movable and jack-up rigs
- And more
If your accident or injury was the result of a defective product or negligence by a third party, you may be able to recover additional compensation.
Accidents and Injuries on the Job
Seaman and other workers are at risk for many types of injuries on the job, including back injuries, repetitive stress and catastrophic injuries. A few of the most common injuries are:
- Back injuries (herniated disk, fusion, laminectomy surgery)
- Lifting injuries to arms and shoulders
- Broken bones and amputations
- Slip/trip and fall injuries
- Drowning
Any of these injuries may cause a lifetime of pain, temporary or permanent disability or wrongful death. We can help you or your family seek compensation to cover medical bills, long-term care and lost income. If you are injured and need prompt medical treatment, please contact our lawyers.
Call Today
For a free consultation to discuss your back injury or other injury, please call us at 305-271-8301 or send us an e-mail today. We represent workers in Florida, the U.S., and across the globe.
